Nordic Pure 12x20x1PCP-24 Carbon Pleated Filter Merv 8 24 Pack

Product Description

The NORDIC PURE 12x20x1PCP-24 is a pure carbon pleated air filter sold in a 24-pack, rated MERV 8 for combined particulate and odor control in residential and light commercial HVAC systems. The filter media is a non-woven polyester base infused with activated carbon derived from charcoal and coconut shells. This construction allows the filter to capture airborne particles down to the size of pollen, pet dander, and dust mites while simultaneously absorbing odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) on a molecular level. The nominal size is 12x20x1 with an actual size of 11.5 x 19.5 x 0.75 inches. A heavy-duty moisture-resistant beverage board frame with a metal mesh support grid bonds to the pleats for structural integrity throughout the filter service life.

This filter is suited for residential homes, apartments, and light commercial or industrial settings where odor control is a priority alongside standard particulate filtration. Typical applications include homes with pets, smokers, or cooking odors, as well as offices and apartments with limited ventilation. The filter also functions as a pre-filter in high-efficiency commercial HVAC units where upstream odor and VOC reduction is needed before air reaches a higher-MERV final filter stage. The pleated design delivers approximately three times the activated carbon media surface area compared to flat-panel carbon filters, improving both odor absorption capacity and filter life without sacrificing airflow.

Key Features

• Activated carbon media derived from charcoal and coconut shells absorbs odors and VOCs at the molecular level
• MERV 8 efficiency rating captures large airborne particles including lint, dust, pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold spores, and smoke particles
• Pleated design provides approximately three times the carbon media surface area of flat-panel alternatives for improved odor absorption
• Heavy-duty moisture-resistant beverage board frame with metal mesh support grid bonded to pleats
• Filter media does not support mold growth on the filter itself
• Made in the USA

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement for standard 1-inch residential and light commercial HVAC systems accepting a 12x20x1 nominal filter. Verify the actual slot opening accommodates the 11.5 x 19.5 x 0.75-inch actual size before installation. Suitable as a stand-alone residential filter or as a pre-filter stage in higher-efficiency commercial HVAC units.

Installation Notes

HVAC technicians and knowledgeable homeowners typically install 1-inch pleated filters. Power down the air handler or furnace before removing the old filter. Confirm airflow direction by matching the arrow printed on the filter frame to the direction of airflow toward the blower. Nordic Pure recommends replacing this filter every 30 to 90 days depending on occupancy, pet presence, and local air quality conditions.